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President George H. W. Bush talked to reporters about the Exxon-Valdez oil spill. Topics included the ecological and economic damage caused by the oil spill, federal assistance in both areas…

The Senate Commerce Committee heard testimony from Exxon chair L.G. Rawl and others two weeks after the March 24, 1989, Exxon Valdez oil spill in Alaska’s Prince William Sound.

The Senate passed fiscal year 2006 spending bills for the Department of Agriculture, military construction, and the Veterans Affairs Department.

Senators delivered speeches regarding the terrorist attacks that occurred the day before, on September 11th, 2001. They issued a joint-resolution condemning the terrorist attack.

Senator Stevens delivered a farewell speech in the Senate chambers. He was the longest-serving Republican senator with six terms in office. He lost a close reelection campaign amid controver…

A program was held to recognize Asian Pacific Americans who fought during World War II. Highlights include Anna Chennault’s recollection of her life with the Flying Tigers and remarks by vet…

A book party was held for Michael Smerconish’s book Morning Drive: Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Talking (The Lyons Press; April 22, 2009). The nationally syndicated radio host and a…

Senators paid tribute to departing Senator Ted Stevens (R-AK). They praised his service during six terms in the Senate. Senator Stevens lost a re-election campaign in Alaska amid controversy…

Candidates for Alaska’s U.S. Senate seat participated in a televised debate. Senator Ted Stevens, who has held the seat since 1968 and is the longest serving Republican in the Senate, was co…

Senator Stevens returned to Alaska and was met by several supporters at the airport prior to his trial on charges of corruption.

The Senate Armed Services Committee held a confirmation hearing on the nominations of Michael B. Donley to be secretary of the Air Force, General Norton A. Schwartz for reappointment to the …

The Senate resumed consideration of the motion to proceed to S.3186, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program bill.

The Senate Majority Leader sought recognition to offer a motion to proceed to S.3268, the Speculator bill. Thereafter, the Senate began a period of morning business.

The Senate confirmed the nomination of William T. Lawrence, of Indiana, to be a U.S. District Judge.

The Senate resumed consideration of the motion to proceed to H.R.6049, the Renewable Energy and Job Creation Act. Upon Reconsideration Shall H.R. 6124 Pass, the Objections of the Presiden…

The Senate resumed consideration of the motion to proceed to S.3101, the Medicare Improvements Act.

At a book party, Senator Orrin Hatch (R-UT) spoke briefly about his political memoir Square Peg: Confessions of a Citizen-Senator, published by Basic Books. He also signed books for senators…

The Senate convened and resumed consideration of the House message accompanying H.R.2642, the Supplemental Appropriations bill. The Senate upon reconsideration passed Bill H.R. 2419 Food …

Witnesses testified about the fiscal year 2009 defense budget. Defense Secretary Gates' testimony focused on the threats facing the United States including terrorism, nuclear proliferation, …

The Senate Republican Conference held a forum to discuss rising fuel costs and ways Congress can promote American energy sources that help ease the strain on family budgets while also reduci…